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Richard Roe Simms, age 90, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on August 31, 2006. Richard is survived by his son, Richard W. Simms and wife, Barbara of Estancia; his daughter, Mary S. Schutz and husband, Don of Wagon Mound; four grandsons: Jay Simms and wife, Penny, of Flower Mound, TX; Matthew Simms and wife, Kristen, of Davie, FL; Mike Schutz and wife, Robyn, of Bellevue, WA; and Steve Schutz, of Renton, WA; and three great-granddaughters; and one great-grandson. Richard is also survived by his brother, Dr. David Simms and wife, Betty Lou; his sisters, May Denham and husband, Roy, and Margery Miller; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Cecelia Wirt Simms; and brothers, D. Harper Simms and Dr. Donald Simms. Richard, the son of Rev. J. Denton Simms and May Harper Simms, was born in Dulce, NM, September 27, 1915. After receiving a B.A. degree from UNM, Richard married his childhood sweetheart, Cecelia, and together they ranched in Chromo, CO, Edgewood, Logan, Wagon Mound, and Truth or Consequences. Richard will be remembered for his love of people, stories, and music, his sense of humor and quick mind. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, September 9, 2006 at 2 p.m., at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, located at 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.
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